Category: Featured
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F.H. Paschen Marks The “Topping Off” of 80-Unit Leyden Senior Apartments in Cook County, Illinois
Franklin Park, IL — Today, F.H. Paschen, Evergreen Real Estate Group, and Leyden Township officials gathered to celebrate the ‘topping off’ of the Leyden Senior Apartments, placing the final roof plank to complete the building’s framework. The new four-story, 85,000-square-foot community broke ground earlier this year in April 2025. The eighty (80) affordable units for…
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From Intern to Project Engineer: Alison Perez’s Path at F.H. Paschen
At F.H. Paschen, internships are more than a single summer experience, they’re the foundation for long-term careers. Alison Perez, now a Project Engineer in our Chicago office’s Building Division, began her journey with Paschen as an intern while studying at the University of Cincinnati. Her introduction to the company came during the ASC Heavy Civil…
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Exeter College reveals strategy to bridge construction skills gap
Speaking to 40 representatives from regional colleges, employer representative bodies and local authorities at its Future Skills Centre, the college detailed initiatives to promote collaboration, strengthen employer engagement, expand construction training provision and create clear career pathways for learners. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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CSCS Alliance confirms new chair
“As chair, I have been proud to help drive this progress forward – working closely with policymakers, regulators and government to ensure the Alliance plays a central role in the national renewal agenda. By leading with purpose and impact, we have positioned the Alliance as an influential partner in raising standards, enhancing competence and improving…
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Mastering Cold Weather Concrete Placement
Placing concrete in cold weather presents unique challenges that can compromise the material’s strength, durability, and long-term performance. For construction and engineering professionals, understanding the principles of cold-weather concreting is not just a matter of compliance but essential for ensuring the structural integrity and safety of a project. Adhering to established guidelines and employing effective…
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Mastering Cold Weather Concrete Placement
Placing concrete in cold weather presents unique challenges that can compromise the material’s strength, durability, and long-term performance. For construction and engineering professionals, understanding the principles of cold-weather concreting is not just a matter of compliance but essential for ensuring the structural integrity and safety of a project. Adhering to established guidelines and employing effective…
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ECITB announces appointments to boost careers engagement
Commenting on the appointments, Andrew Hockey, ECITB chief executive, said: “Since its inception in 2021, input from Innov8 members has helped the ECITB increase the effectiveness of our engagement with industry. The group plays an integral role in shaping our careers work, industry training and development. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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8 Easy Ways To Make Your Room Feel Bigger (No Reno Necessary!)
It feels safe to say that if most of us got one “home-related” wish, we’d wish for more space, right? But also for most of us, that’s not a realistic option. It tends to be pretty pricey to add more onto a home, if that’s even possible. However, there are some tricks of the trade…
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Why London’s new Inclusive Talent Strategy is so important
Aerial view of London skyline. Image: Bjorn Hovdal | Dreamstime.com Future-proofing the workforce is fundamental to tackling the challenges facing the regeneration sector and the wider construction industry. The regeneration sector is facing two major challenges. First, it needs to decarbonise; second, tens of thousands of properties are due for refurbishment, to ensure they continue…
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CSP Consultants Reports Strong 2025 Project Pace, Forecasts Growth Into 2026
CSP Consultants Group reports steady project activity through 2025, with 77 projects completed so far this year and 33 more underway. Several of the active projects rank among the largest in the company’s portfolio. The firm has posted compound annual growth of 40% to 50% since 2016, driven by a model that combines design, procurement,…